Free sandbags in Bernalillo County, NM
Where to get sandbags, how to get official alerts, and how to check your own address before the next storm.
Where to get free sandbags in Bernalillo County, NM
Free empty sandbags and sand at 12 Bernalillo County Fire & Rescue stations (for example 6697 4th St NW, 9819 2nd St NW and 1701 Arenal Rd SW); a blue bin by each station holds the bags, take them any time and bring your own shovel. City of Albuquerque: Albuquerque Fire Rescue Station 7 (5715 Central Ave NW) and Station 18 (6100 Taylor Ranch Rd NW) give out sandbags and sand to people in high flood areas; you fill your own bags.
- Bernalillo County: sandbags at fire stationsbernco.gov
- Bernalillo County: station listbernco.gov
- City of Albuquerque: sandbagscabq.gov
Checked against official sources on October 24, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Bernalillo County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Bernalillo County, we email you right away with what to do. We also give you a heads-up a day ahead when NOAA forecasts severe storms or flash-flooding rain.
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Is your home in a flood or fire zone?
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Get official emergency alerts
Bernalillo County's official alert system is Bernalillo County emergency notifications (Everbridge). It's free and sends warnings to your phone when a storm, fire or evacuation affects your area.
Before the storm: a quick checklist
- Pick up sandbags early. Supplies run out once a storm is in the forecast.
- Fill bags about halfway and lay them flat, overlapping like bricks, at doorways and the garage door.
- Clear gutters, downspouts and the storm drain in front of your house.
- Move valuables, papers and electronics off the floor.
- Take photos or a video of your rooms and belongings for insurance.
- Never walk or drive through floodwater. Turn around, don't drown.
Questions people ask
Where can I get free sandbags in Bernalillo County, NM?
Free empty sandbags and sand at 12 Bernalillo County Fire & Rescue stations (for example 6697 4th St NW, 9819 2nd St NW and 1701 Arenal Rd SW); a blue bin by each station holds the bags, take them any time and bring your own shovel. City of Albuquerque: Albuquerque Fire Rescue Station 7 (5715 Central Ave NW) and Station 18 (6100 Taylor Ranch Rd NW) give out sandbags and sand to people in high flood areas; you fill your own bags.
How do I get emergency alerts in Bernalillo County, NM?
Sign up for Bernalillo County emergency notifications (Everbridge), which is free, and turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Bernalillo County, NM?
Enter your address at mystormplan.com/check to see your FEMA flood zone and other hazards for your exact property, free.
How many sandbags do I need?
A common rule of thumb is about 100 bags to build a wall 1 foot high and 20 feet long. Most homes use sandbags to steer water away from doorways and garage doors. Fill bags only about halfway so they lie flat and tight.
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